2009 Infiniti QX56 vs. 2001 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2009 Infiniti QX56 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Infiniti QX56 (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2001 Pontiac Firebird. (310 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti QX56 should accelerate faster than 2001 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 230 kg more than 2009 Infiniti QX56.
Because 2009 Infiniti QX56 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Pontiac Firebird. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti QX56 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Infiniti QX56 (533 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Pontiac Firebird. (461 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Infiniti QX56 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Infiniti QX56 | 2001 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Infiniti | Pontiac |
Model | QX56 | Firebird |
Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5552 cc | 5663 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 533 Nm | 461 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2010 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 76 L |